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Terms of Service
PacForm - US EPR & CAA Reports Terms of Service
Last Updated: May 28, 2026
1. Acceptance of Terms
By installing and using PacForm - US EPR & CAA Reports ("the App"), provided by Merchard, LLC ("we," "us," or "our"), you agree to these Terms of Service. The App is provided strictly as a B2B service for Shopify merchants.
2. Description of Service
PacForm provides tools to help merchants calculate and configure packaging weights for U.S. Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and the Corporate Transparency Act / Clean Air Act (CAA) compliance. The Free Tier allows manual configuration, and the Premium Tier ($49/year) unlocks automated CSV export functionality.
3. Billing and Subscriptions
All payments for the Premium Tier are processed directly through Shopify's unified billing system. By upgrading, you agree to Shopify's billing terms. You may cancel your subscription at any time by uninstalling the app or managing your subscription within the Shopify Admin.
4. No Legal or Compliance Guarantee
PacForm is a software tool designed solely to assist with packaging weight calculations and data formatting. Merchard, LLC is not a legal, accounting, or compliance firm. While we strive for accuracy in our calculations and exports, the ultimate responsibility for verifying data and ensuring full compliance with U.S. EPR, CAA, or any other state/federal regulations rests solely with the merchant. Merchard, LLC is not liable for any fines, penalties, audits, or compliance failures incurred by your business.
5. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Merchard, LLC shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages resulting from the use or inability to use the App, including but not limited to data loss, compliance penalties, or business interruption.
6. Termination
You may terminate this agreement at any time by uninstalling the App from your Shopify store. We reserve the right to terminate or suspend access to the App for any violation of these terms or Shopify's Acceptable Use Policy.
7. Contact Information
For any legal or support inquiries, please contact:
Email: [email protected]
Mailing Address:
Merchard, LLC
5900 BALCONES DR STE 100
AUSTIN, TX 78731
Privacy Policy
PacForm - US EPR & CAA Reports Privacy Policy
Last Updated: May 28, 2026
1. Information We Collect
When you install PacForm - US EPR & CAA Reports, operated by Merchard, LLC ("we," "us," or "our"), we automatically access certain types of information from your Shopify account:
Shop Information: Your store domain, email address, and localization settings.
Product Information: We access product and variant data (such as existing weights and SKUs) necessary to calculate and configure packaging weights for U.S. EPR & CAA compliance.
Customer Information: PacForm does not collect, store, or process personal identifiable information (PII) of your end customers. Our operations are strictly limited to product and packaging data.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information solely to provide and improve the PacForm service. This includes calculating packaging weights, enabling the Free Tier configuration UI, and processing CSV exports for Premium users.
3. Data Retention and Deletion
We retain your shop and product configuration data as long as the app is installed. If you uninstall PacForm from your Shopify admin, we will receive a webhook from Shopify and automatically purge your data from our systems within 30 days, in strict accordance with Shopify's data protection requirements.
4. Third-Party Services
Your data is processed securely via our hosting provider (Render). All billing and payment processing is handled natively by Shopify. We do not sell, rent, or share your data with third parties.
5. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to request data deletion, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Mailing Address:
Merchard, LLC
5900 BALCONES DR STE 100
AUSTIN, TX 78731
# Privacy PolicyEffective Date: June 3, 2026This Privacy Policy explains how TipLogger handles information when you use the TipLogger mobile app.TipLogger is operated by Merchard, LLC.## OverviewTipLogger is designed to help tipped workers keep personal records of daily tips and export monthly PDF records.TipLogger is built to be privacy-focused and local-first. The app does not require an account, and your tip records are stored on your device.## Information You EnterYou may enter information such as:* Daily cash tips
* Daily card tips
* Tip-outs
* Shift dates
* Your name for PDF exportsThis information is used to display your records inside the app and generate PDF exports that you choose to create or share.## Local StorageTipLogger stores your tip records locally on your device.We do not operate a server that receives, stores, or processes your tip records.If you delete the app, your locally stored records may be deleted from your device unless your device or system settings preserve that data.## PDF Exports and SharingTipLogger allows you to generate PDF records from your tip entries.PDF exports are created on your device. When you choose to share, save, print, email, or otherwise export a PDF, that action is handled by Apple’s system share features and any apps or services you select.You are responsible for where you send or store exported PDFs.## PurchasesTipLogger may offer paid features through Apple In-App Purchase.Purchases are processed by Apple. TipLogger does not receive or store your full payment card information.## Data CollectionTipLogger does not sell your personal information.TipLogger does not use advertising trackers.TipLogger does not require account registration.TipLogger does not knowingly collect personal information from children.## Analytics, Crash Reporting, and Third-Party ServicesAs of the effective date above, TipLogger does not use third-party analytics, advertising SDKs, or tracking services.If this changes in a future version, this Privacy Policy and the App Store privacy details will be updated as required.## Tax, Legal, and Financial DisclaimerTipLogger creates personal tip records for recordkeeping. TipLogger does not provide tax, legal, accounting, or financial advice.TipLogger does not generate or submit official IRS forms.You should consult a qualified tax professional if you have questions about reporting tips, taxes, deductions, or legal requirements.## Your ChoicesBecause TipLogger stores records locally on your device, you can manage your data by editing or deleting records inside the app, or by deleting the app from your device.For questions or support requests, contact us at:[email protected]## Changes to This Privacy PolicyWe may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make changes, we will update the effective date above.## ContactIf you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact:Merchard, LLC
[email protected]
merchard.com
# Terms of UseEffective Date: June 3, 2026These Terms of Use govern your use of the TipLogger mobile app.TipLogger is operated by Merchard, LLC.By using TipLogger, you agree to these Terms.## What TipLogger DoesTipLogger helps users record daily tips, tip-outs, monthly totals, and export PDF records for personal recordkeeping.TipLogger is intended for personal organization and recordkeeping only.## Not Tax, Legal, or Financial AdviceTipLogger does not provide tax, legal, accounting, or financial advice.TipLogger does not determine whether your tips qualify for any deduction, exemption, credit, or tax treatment.TipLogger does not generate, file, or submit official IRS forms or government documents.You are responsible for determining what information you need to keep, report, or provide to an employer, tax professional, or government agency.For tax or legal questions, consult a qualified professional.## No Guarantee of Tax OutcomeTipLogger is a recordkeeping tool. We do not guarantee any tax result, refund, deduction, exemption, audit outcome, or compliance outcome.You are responsible for verifying the accuracy of your entries and exported records.## Your DataTipLogger stores your tip records locally on your device.You are responsible for backing up your device and preserving any records you need.We are not responsible for lost data caused by device failure, app deletion, operating system issues, user error, or other events outside our control.## TipLogger ProTipLogger may offer paid features through Apple In-App Purchase.Paid features, pricing, subscription periods, renewals, cancellations, and refunds are managed by Apple through your Apple ID and App Store account settings.If TipLogger Pro is offered as a subscription, it will renew automatically unless canceled according to Apple’s subscription rules.## RefundsApp Store purchases and refunds are handled by Apple.To request a refund, use Apple’s official refund process through your Apple account.## Acceptable UseYou agree not to misuse the app, attempt to reverse engineer it, interfere with its operation, or use it for unlawful purposes.## Changes to the AppWe may update, modify, or discontinue features of TipLogger at any time.We may also update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the app after changes means you accept the updated Terms.## Disclaimer of WarrantiesTipLogger is provided “as is” and “as available.”We do not warrant that the app will be error-free, uninterrupted, or suitable for every user’s specific needs.## Limitation of LiabilityTo the fullest extent permitted by law, Merchard, LLC is not liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of TipLogger.## Apple TermsIf you downloaded TipLogger from the Apple App Store, your use of the app is also subject to Apple’s applicable terms, including Apple’s standard end user license agreement unless a separate custom license applies.## ContactFor questions about these Terms, contact:Merchard, LLC
[email protected]
merchard.com
# TipLogger SupportTipLogger is a simple tip recordkeeping app for tipped workers.Use TipLogger to log daily cash tips, card tips, and tip-outs, view monthly totals, and export monthly PDF records for personal recordkeeping.## Contact SupportNeed help?Email: [email protected]Please include:* Your device model
* Your iOS version
* A short description of the issue
* Screenshots if helpfulDo not send sensitive tax documents or private financial information unless requested.## Frequently Asked Questions### What is TipLogger?TipLogger is a daily tip recordkeeping app. It helps you track tips, tip-outs, monthly totals, and PDF exports.### Is TipLogger an official IRS app?No. TipLogger is not affiliated with the IRS or any government agency.### Does TipLogger create official IRS forms?No. TipLogger creates personal tip records for your own recordkeeping. It does not generate or submit official IRS forms.### Does TipLogger give tax advice?No. TipLogger does not provide tax, legal, accounting, or financial advice. For tax questions, contact a qualified tax professional.### Where is my data stored?Your tip records are stored locally on your device.### Do I need an account?No. TipLogger does not require an account.### How do I export a PDF?Open the Export tab, choose the month and year, then tap Export Monthly Tip Record. If this is your first export, you may be asked to enter your name for the PDF.### Why do I need to enter my name?Your name is used only on exported PDF records and is stored locally on your device.### Can I restore TipLogger Pro?Yes. Open the Pro or purchase screen in the app and tap Restore Purchases.### How do I cancel a subscription?Subscriptions are managed through your Apple ID settings in the App Store.### How do I request a refund?Refunds are handled by Apple through the App Store.## Privacy PolicyView our Privacy Policy here:merchard.com/#tiploggerpp## Terms of UseView our Terms of Use here:merchard.com/#tiploggertos